David Puttnam

Lord David Puttnam "spent 30 years as an independent film producer. His many award winning films include The Mission, The Killing Fields, Local Hero, Chariots of Fire, Midnight Express, Bugsy Malone, and The Memphis Belle. He now focuses on his work in education and the environment and serves as chair on a variety of public bodies.

"David was UNICEF UK President for seven years, completing his term in July 2009, you can read the news story David Puttnam elected as UNICEF UK's new President (2002). He has played a key role in promoting UNICEF’s advocacy, awareness and fundraising objectives. He was appointed a UNICEF UK Ambassador in June 2009."


 * Trustee, Institute for Public Policy Research
 * Council, National Literacy Trust
 * Patron, UK Jewish Film Festival
 * Director, Channel 4